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GB-Leeds: PE2024-25-4793 Assisted Lifeguard Technology (Pre-Tender Market Engagement)

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS

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04 Feb 2025 at 11:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Leeds is conducting a pre-tender market engagement process for the provision of Assisted Lifeguard Technology (ALT) to enhance water safety and support existing lifeguarding services. This process, which will potentially lead to a formal tender, is inviting inputs from the market on the availability of suitable technology solutions. Located in Yorkshire and the Humber, the project involves the University's 25m 8-lane swimming pool, which hosts various aquatic activities. Relevant businesses are encouraged to participate before the tender period ends on 16th February 2025, with the contract expected to commence on 31st March and conclude on 31st July 2025. The procurement falls under the CPV classification 43324100 for swimming pool equipment and adopts an open procedure method.

This engagement offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs, to propose innovative solutions that enhance water safety. Companies specialising in swimming pool equipment and technology can leverage this initiative to showcase their products and potentially secure a lucrative contract valued between GBP 25,000 and GBP 50,000. By participating, businesses can gain visibility and establish a relationship with a reputable institution like the University of Leeds, positioning themselves for future procurement opportunities. The open procedure ensures a competitive and transparent selection process, making it accessible to a wide range of suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Leeds: PE2024-25-4793 Assisted Lifeguard Technology (Pre-Tender Market Engagement)

Notice Description

THIS IS A "PRE-TENDER MARKET ENGAGEMENT" PROCESS A tender may follow this process but this request is not a tender. The Sport and Physical Activity team at the University would like to invite participation in a Pre-Tender Market Engagement Exercise (PTME) to seek the views of the market for the provision of Assisted Lifeguard Technology (ALT) to support with increasing water safety and further supporting the current lifeguarding provision. The University operates a 25m 8 lane pool with activities not limited to lane swimming, club sessions, swimming lessons, water polo, octopush underwater hockey and sub aqua. Following a recent review of how the facility operates it's swimming pool, the aim of the installation is to add another layer of safely and increase swimming pool standards. The University is seeking to understand the available supply options in more detail before going out to tender. After this engagement process, a tender is expected to be published, inviting bidders regardless of whether they have submitted a response to this PTME or not. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4911aec8-5a57-4e56-af2f-b8ec0ffb5053
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4570594d-e931-4992-bc7e-24ad2d52cdc4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

CPV Codes

43324100 - Equipment for swimming pools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
Contact Name
Ben Waters
Contact Email
a.b.waters@leeds.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441133434104

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS2 9JZ
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Further Information

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